ability in Japanese
ability in Japanese is 能力, 才能 — ability means the capacity or power to do something.
ability in Japanese
能力
Pronounced: nōryoku
(uncountable) The quality or state of being able; capacity to do or of doing something; having the necessary power. [First attested from around (1350 to 1470).]
才能
Pronounced: sainō
(countable) A skill or competence in doing; mental power; talent; aptitude. [First attested in the early 17th century.]
能力
Pronounced: nōryoku
(countable) A skill or competence in doing; mental power; talent; aptitude. [First attested in the early 17th century.]
What does "ability" mean?
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noun The capacity or power to do something.
"She has the ability to learn languages quickly."
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noun A particular skill or talent.
"His musical ability was obvious from a young age."
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ability in a sentence
- She has the ability to learn languages quickly.
- The surgery restored his ability to walk.
- His musical ability was obvious from a young age.
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What is "ability" in Japanese?
"ability" in Japanese is 能力, 才能. ability means: The capacity or power to do something.
How do you pronounce 能力?
"ability" in Japanese is 能力, pronounced "nōryoku".
How do you use "ability" in a sentence?
Example: "She has the ability to learn languages quickly." In Japanese, "ability" is 能力, 才能.
Are there other ways to say "ability" in Japanese?
Yes — Japanese has 2 translations listed for "ability": 能力, 才能.
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